Fin's Fish Guide
The Barraconda (Rexea solandri) is a saltwater fish of the family Gempylidae that grows up to 110 cm.
Southern Pacific and Indian Ocean, in shoals on the continental shelf and slope around Australia and New Zealand.
Description
The silver gemfish is a snake mackerel (family Gempylidae) of the southern Pacific and Indian Oceans. The species grows to about 110 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with a large mouth full of dagger-like teeth. It lives in schools on the continental shelf and slope around Australia and New Zealand; normally close to the seabed, but sometimes moving into midwater. Its diet consists of fishes, squid and crustaceans. The species is an important commercial fish and is caught mainly by bottom trawl and longline. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Barraconda?
The Barraconda has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Slender predator with dagger-like teeth; shoals near the bottom but sometimes moves into midwater.
Where does the Barraconda live?
The Barraconda lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Southern Pacific and Indian Ocean, in shoals on the continental shelf and slope around Australia and New Zealand.
How big does the Barraconda get?
The Barraconda grows to a maximum of about 110 cm.
Is the Barraconda dangerous to humans?
No, the Barraconda is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Barraconda edible?
Yes, the Barraconda is commonly eaten.
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